It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kay Francis Miller Livingston, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, after her battle with kidney cancer.

Visitation was Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg and before services at the church.

Funeral mass was Thursday, Oct. 30, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Paul Ameyaw and Rev. Paul Baldwin.

Burial was at Ceres Cemetery near Guttenberg.

Kay was the heart of our family — a woman whose kindness, strength, and love touched everyone she met. She lived her life with quiet grace and a deep devotion to others, always putting the needs of her family and friends before her own. Her gentle spirit and unwavering generosity were constant.

Kay was born on Oct. 11, 1948, in Guttenberg, to Alphonse and Viola (Scheller) Miller. Kay grew up in Guttenberg and worked through high school at Doug’s Steak House. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Guttenberg and began working at Wm. C. Brown Publishing Co. in Dubuque. and then Hilton Homes in the Accounting Department. She married Ralph Livingston in August of 1969 and oversaw all operations of Livingston Lumber Company. After retiring, she enjoyed quilting, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. 

Kay was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend. She is survived by her children, Gwyn Livingston and her son, Jonathan; Michelle (Bryan) Fortino and their children, Giabella, Arianna, Emilia; Derrick (Megan) Livingston and their children, Estelle, Evelynn; and step-grandchildren, Bennett and Brynnlie; siblings, Rosalie Kickbush, Linda (Ron) Dietzenbach; in-laws, Glenda Livingston, and Steve Livingston.

She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, Phil Winter; parents-in-law, Robert and Burnette Livingston; her husband; brother, Alphonse Miller Jr.; and brother-in-law, Loris Kickbush.

Though our hearts ache at her loss, we take comfort in knowing that her faith, kindness, laughter, and love will continue to guide us. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.